The Core Teachings

by Hsing Yun, Yuli Shih (Illustrator)

Conceived as a starting point for those coming to Buddhism for the first time, "The Core Teachings" is a guided tour of the most essential aspects of Buddhist wisdom and how they can be applied in our own lives and practice. Honed by Venerable Master Hsing Yun's decades of teaching and commitment to sharing Buddhism in a straightforward, accessible way, "The Core Teachings" gives new life to Buddhist basics like the Four Noble Truths, karma and the five precepts. First Published as "Lotus in a Stream," this well-loved text has served as a gateway for many to bring peace and compassion into their lives. Now newly revised, expanded, and better than ever, "The Core Teachings" is a worthy companion for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.

197 pages, Paperback

Published November 11, 2016

About the author

Hsing Yun was a Chinese Buddhist monk, teacher, and philanthropist based in Taiwan. He was the founder of the Fo Guang Shan Buddhist monastic order as well as the layperson-based Buddha's Light International Association. Hsing Yun was considered a major proponent of Humanistic Buddhism and one of the most influential teachers of modern Taiwanese Buddhism. In Taiwan, he was popularly referred to as one of the "Four Heavenly Kings" of Taiwanese Buddhism, along with his contemporaries: Master Sheng Yen of Dharma Drum Mountain, Master Shih Cheng Yen of Tzu Chi and Master Wei Chueh of Chung Tai Shan.